Minestrone Soup With Tortellini Pressure Cooker Recipe

Enjoy a hearty and flavorful Minestrone Soup with Tortellini in a fraction of the time! This versatile recipe works perfectly in a pressure cooker, on the stovetop, or in a slow cooker, offering delicious results no matter your cooking method. Adapted from Bob Warden's Slow Food Fast Cookbook, this recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal. Whether you use dry tortellini (ideal for pressure cooking) or refrigerated pasta (perfect for stovetop or slow cooking), this vibrant soup is packed with fresh vegetables and comforting flavors.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 244.6 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 3.3 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Minestrone Soup With Tortellini Pressure Cooker

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How to Make Minestrone Soup With Tortellini Pressure Cooker

  1. Sauté the onion, carrots, and celery in olive oil in a large pot or pressure cooker until softened (about 5 minutes).
  2. Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, beans, and pasta (dry tortellini for pressure cooker, refrigerated for stovetop/slow cooker).
  4. Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil.
  5. **Pressure Cooker Method:** Secure the lid and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes, then allow for a natural pressure release for 10 minutes before carefully releasing any remaining pressure.
  6. **Stovetop Method:** Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked through.
  7. **Slow Cooker Method:** Combine all ingredients in a slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  8. Stir in the spinach during the last 5 minutes of cooking (for all methods).
  9. Serve hot with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese (optional).
  10. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

41g

Fat

12g

Carbs

11g